India is divided into smaller sections known as “States”, most of them distinguished by one major language and several minor languages. There are also some “Union Territories” which are administered in a different way because of various historical and political reasons. Clicking on these states will take you to the Encyclopedic entry on this website on that state. Read the rest of this entry
With several millennia of history, and over 500 kingdoms within India, there is a vast network of historical places. A small district like Gwalior can offer more than 50 significant historical places for tourists to India. We strongly suggest that tourists and potential tourists make themselves familiar with the historical places in locations that they visit in India. The number of essays given below will help even the armchair Indian tourist as we have tried to make these essays as complete and as illustrated as possible. Read the rest of this entry
[A larger, encyclopedic essay on Gwalior -- within which is situated Gwalior Fort -- is available in the Encyclopedia of this website at Gwalior]
Gwalior Fort is the largest and highest fort in India. It is about 5 kilometers long and half a kilometer broad at the broadest point. The fort is more than a thousand years old, and was ruled by Rajput dynasties, Moguls, the British, and also by the Scindia dynasties. Each of the rulers did extensive construction, and all of them stand even today and each one exhibits unique and distinguishable architectural styles. Read the rest of this entry
Most places in India suffer from very hot climates, which was difficult for the British rulers of India. Thus they found out places which were relatively cool (high hills) during Indian summers. These are now known as Hill Stations. Hill Stations of India provide special attraction for Indian as well as non Indian tourists. Here are some of the more well known Hill Stations
Then there are other kinds of places where they can relax, such as in the Medical-tours sections of Kerala. The following lists try to present these in a brief manner:
Places For Relaxation For Tourists:
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Most places in India suffer from very hot climates, which was difficult for the British rulers of India. Thus they found out places which were relatively cool (high hills) during Indian summers. These are now known as Hill Stations. Hill Stations of India provide special attraction for Indian as well as non Indian tourists. Here are some of the more well known Hill Stations Read the rest of this entry
India is a super-nation with so many similarities and diversities that it would surprise any non Indian. A little background reading can, therefore, help you to derive maximum benefit from your tour of India.
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As per the 2001 census there are 34 cities or urban agglomerations in India with a population of 1 million or more. The population data of the cities is tabulated below.
